water closet

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Recent Examples of water closet My two-story townhouse measured 968 square feet and had two bathrooms — the upstairs one had a soaking tub, dual sinks, a walk-in shower, and water closet. Denny Lee, Travel + Leisure, 16 June 2026 The ensuite bathroom has heated floors, a marble shower, two private water closets, dual walk-in closets and a laundry room. Charlotte Observer, 29 Apr. 2026 Here, French doors access a private balcony with views of the western hills while inside there are dressing areas for him and her with custom built-ins, individual closets, and an ensuite bath with a walk-in shower, a lovely soaking tub, separate water closet space, and double sinks. James Alexander, Hartford Courant, 19 Apr. 2026 The primary suite is contained within its own wing on the second floor, with two walk-in closets and a bath with a skylight, soaking tub, and separate water closets. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 23 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for water closet
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Noun
  • Rooms The 10 stand-alone suites (including two family units) are made of insulated canvas, with air conditioning, deeply comfortable king-size beds, and ensuite bathrooms.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Bear in mind that a communal bathroom can serve as a breeding ground for bacteria and germs.
    BestReviews, Mercury News, 21 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • Health inspectors observed mouse droppings in the corners of the floors throughout the facility and in the restroom.
    Shambhavi Rimal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Aug. 2026
  • Buc-ee's sued Beaver's Mini Mart in late July, four months after the chain known for its extensive food offerings and massive restrooms opened its first Ohio store less than a half-hour's drive away.
    CBS News, CBS News, 24 Aug. 2026
Noun
  • The leak-proof, puncture-resistant container should then be thrown in the trash, not recycled or flushed down a toilet.
    Amethyst Martinez, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026
  • Inviting your child to join you by taking a seat on their potty or having a turn on the toilet when you’re done makes for an interactive experience that’s less likely to be met with resistance.
    BestReviews, Mercury News, 21 Aug. 2026

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“Water closet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/water%20closet. Accessed 28 Aug. 2026.

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